Manager, GDCL US Joints, Supply Chain

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Job Function:

Supply Chain Planning

Job Sub Function:

Inventory Management

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States of America, Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America, Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America, West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description:

We are searching for the best talent to join our Orthopaedics team as a Manager, GDCL US Joints Reconstruction, Supply Chain to be located in Raynham, MA (Hybrid). For the right candidate, remote work options will also be considered.

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone Orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

About DePuy Synthes

DePuy Synthes is a global leader in Orthopaedics, advancing patient care through innovative solutions across joint reconstruction, trauma, spine, sports medicine, and related surgical technologies. As DePuy Synthes separates from Johnson & Johnson to become the world’s largest, most comprehensive Orthopaedics-focused company, the organization is entering a defining chapter—establishing its own corporate identity, voice, culture, and reputation while continuing to serve patients, customers, and healthcare systems around the world.

Purpose

We are seeking a dynamic leader to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our US Joints Reconstruction supply chain operations. Reporting to the Senior Director, US Joints Reconstruction, Supply Chain, you will lead the strategic design and daily execution of our US Global Distribution & Commercial Logistics (GDCL) supply chain network. 

This leader supports the end-to-end movement of finished goods from manufacturing facilities to regional distribution centers, distributor partners, and ultimately to the end customer (hospitals and surgical centers). A primary focus is maximizing surgical order fulfillment rates while managing a complex logistics network of loaner instrument kits and multi-SKU surgical trays.

Position Summary

The Manager, GDCL US Joints Reconstruction, Supply Chain leads a high-performing team of Logistics, Supply Chain, and Business Intelligence Analysts. This role supports the optimization of the US end-to-end product flow, order fulfillment networks, and distribution metrics for the US Joint Reconstruction business unit. This leader bridges the gap between insights and operational execution to ensure surgical implants, instrumentation, and loaner kits reach hospital networks, distributors, and surgical teams with flawless accuracy.

Core Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Talent Development:

• Manage, coach, and develop a dedicated team of logistics and data analysts, aligning individual growth plans with supply chain objectives.
• Foster a culture of data storytelling, elevating the team's ability to identify risk and drive alignment between supply chain activities and commercial business plans.
• Establish clear performance objectives, balance workload distribution and champion inclusive leadership practices.

Advanced Analytics & Network Optimization:

• Direct the continuous evaluation of the US physical footprint, utilizing analytics to optimize node locations for regional fulfillment networks.
• Deploy interactive business intelligence solutions (e.g., Power BI dashboards) to track KPIs like OTIF, inventory turns, and other financial / operational metrics.
• Ensure order restrictions are aligned with the business objectives.

Customer Logistics & Market Excellence:

• Synchronize distribution capabilities with commercial and customer service strategies to meet both internal and external SLAs.
• Partner with Sales & Operations Planning teams to safeguard logistics readiness for both BB & NPIs in support of commercial regional launches, competitive conversion requests, and field orders via the review process.
• Manage ad-hoc analytic projects and cross-functional programs that support business strategy and support recommendations for the existing fleet of assets.

Qualifications / Requirements

Education

• Required: Bachelor's undergraduate degree in engineering, business, operations, supply chain disciplines, or a related field.
• Preferred: Master's degree or MBA

Experience and Skills

Required

• 5 years of progressive experience in supply chain, operations, finance, and/or inventory management.
• Must be proficiently using Microsoft Office and SAP/OTC.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting defined timelines.
• Capability to make sound management decisions and identify actions that will support company initiatives.
• Proven ability to make effective oral and written presentations which result in meeting the departmental goals/objectives.
• Competence to build effective interdependent partnering relationships and employee relationships and work effectively across various functional areas.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and execute with precision.
• Strong project management capabilities and experience in driving cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance management.

Preferred

• Experience in Alteryx and PRMS/AS400.
• Operations competencies inclusive of product innovation, planning, customer & logistics services, and manufacturing.
• Experience supporting Joints Reconstruction or orthopedic medical device portfolios.
• Experience navigating regulatory, quality, and compliance requirements in MedTech.

Other

• Travel: Up to 10% domestic and international travel.
• Language: English required.
• Certifications: APICS/CSCP, CPIM, Lean, Six Sigma (are a plus).

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. 
 
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“If you are under 18 years of age, you (the candidate) may need to obtain the necessary working papers or other documentation required by state law to start the assignment, as well as get a parent’s consent for the background check.

Required Skills:

 

 

Preferred Skills:

Coaching, Competitive Landscape Analysis, Consulting, Cost Management, Cost Optimization, Data Savvy, Demand Planning, Distribution Resource Planning (DRP), Financial Competence, Inventory Management, Inventory Optimization, Inventory Turnover, Logistics Optimization, Manufacturing Flow Management, Organizing, Process Improvements, Strategic Supply Chain Management, Supply Planning, Technical Credibility

 

 

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$102,000.00 - $177,100.00

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